A meta-analysis of the use of corticosteroids in pregnancies complicated by preterm premature rupture of membranes

Authors
Pattinson, RC
Citation
Rc. Pattinson, A meta-analysis of the use of corticosteroids in pregnancies complicated by preterm premature rupture of membranes, S AFR MED J, 89(8), 1999, pp. 870-873
Citations number
23
Categorie Soggetti
General & Internal Medicine
Journal title
SOUTH AFRICAN MEDICAL JOURNAL
ISSN journal
02569574 → ACNP
Volume
89
Issue
8
Year of publication
1999
Pages
870 - 873
Database
ISI
SICI code
0256-9574(199908)89:8<870:AMOTUO>2.0.ZU;2-Z
Abstract
A systematic review of the literature has been undertaken with regard to th e use of corticosteroids in women with preterm premature rupture of membran es (PPROM). The benefit of corticosteroids clearly outweighs their potentia l harmful effects. Antibodies should probably be induced in any management protocol for women with PPROM. There is no reason to suggest that use of co rticosteroids in women with PPROM needs to be restricted in developing coun tries.